KUCHING (Sept 20): The government must expand the number of subsidised Central University Admission Unit (UPU) seats to ensure capable Malaysians are not left out, said G25 Malaysia. "Reform must start with honesty and coherence. Growth in commercial and direct intake programmes must be capped, and revenues channelled back into creating more subsidised places. "Above [...] The post Group urges more subsidised UPU seats to prevent top students being left out appeared first on Borneo ..

MIRI (Sept 20): The continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) device is not just a testament to medical advancement but a source of hope and empowerment for both healthcare practitioners and patients, said International Diabetes Federation (IDF) School of Diabetes chair Dr Amit Gupta. Speaking to the media ahead of the 3rd Borneo Diabetes Conference here yesterday, [...] The post AI- integrated glucose monitoring offers new hope for diabetes management appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

BINTULU (Sept 20): Property developers must embrace sustainable building practices by adopting green technologies, from energy-efficient designs to the use of renewable resources and eco-friendly materials in future developments. This call was made by Tanjong Batu assemblyman Johnny Pang, who hailed such an approach as crucial for ensuring the long-term resilience of the property sector [...] The post Adopt sustainable building practices, green tech, Tanjong Batu rep tells property developer ..

URUMQI (Sept 20): "Once you can walk, you can play football" is a saying originating from Kizilsu Kirgiz Autonomous Prefecture in northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, where football first arrived in the 19th century. To this day, the phrase still rings familiar across this region and beyond. In the neighboring city of Kashgar, Memetjang [...] The post Grapevine goalpost and the making of young Chinese footballers appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

HARBIN (Sept 20): Inside the bustling Harbin Taiping International Airport in the northeast of China, Liu De-wen, a man from Kaohsiung in China's Taiwan region, dropped to his knee and unzipped the backpack slung across his chest. Liu carefully removed an urn wrapped in soft yellow cloth, which contained the ashes of Zhang Hongkui, a [...] The post Soul Ferryman of Taiwan Strait: Liu De-wen's 22-year mission to bring veterans home appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

SIBU (Sept 19): Sarawak must develop its own path in education and not rely on systems shaped by others if it wishes to achieve true success, said Bawang Assan assemblyman Dato Sri Wong Soon Koh. He stressed that Sarawak should collaborate with world-renowned institutions such as Harvard, Cambridge, and Oxford to design an education framework [...] The post Sarawak must chart its own education system, says Bawang Assan rep appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KOTA KINABALU (Sept 19): The inquest into the death of Zara Qairina Mahathir, which entered its 10th day, was postponed today to next Monday after the personal information of the first child witness had been leaked on social media. The witness, referred to as "A", was originally scheduled to testify today after the eighth witness, [...] The post Zara Qairina inquest halted as child witness' information leaked appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KOTA KINABALU (Sept 19): The Coroner's Court was informed today that a student, identified only as 'A', had taken more than two weeks of medical leave following the tragic July 16 incident that led to the death of Zara Qairina Mahathir. Student A is one of five minors charged in connection with Zara Qairina's bullying [...] The post 'Student A' took over two-week medical leave Witness appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KOTA KINABALU (Sept 19): Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim wants efforts to channel aid to flood and landslide victims in Sabah and to repair damaged infrastructure in the state to be carried out immediately. Anwar, who is also the Finance Minister, stressed that work to repair damaged building and road infrastructure caused by natural [...] The post Anwar orders fast-tracked repairs appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (Sept 19): Former Parti Bansa Dayak Sarawak (PBDS) president Bobby William has expressed confidence that the party will continue to grow stronger under its new leadership. In congratulating newly elected president Dr John Brian Anthony and deputy president Dr Bernard Tahim, Bobby said the fresh line-up marked an important chapter for the party. "I [...] The post Former PBDS president confident party will grow stronger under new leadership appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (Sept 19): Sarawak Dayak Iban Association (Sadia), in collaboration with Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) Malaysia and FSC Indigenous Foundation (FSC-IF), has successfully held the 'International Workshop on Indigenous Forestry and FSC Certification in Sarawak'. FSC is an international standard for sustainable forest management and good practices. Themed 'Rooted in Responsibility: Strengthening Indigenous Forestry Management [...] The post Sadia, Forest Stewardship ..

MIRI (Sept 19): The Miri Obesity Prevention Association has urged communities, organisations and individuals to work together in tackling Malaysia's growing obesity crisis. Chairman Jong Koi Chong said in a statement today that obesity is not a standalone issue but is closely tied to serious health conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, and high blood [...] The post Miri health association calls for collective action against rising obesity appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (Sept 19): The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) Sarawak Region is forging a strategic collaboration with Sarawak Scouts in combating growing cyber-threats such as cyberbullying, online fraud, scams and other digital risks. The initiative was set in motion following a meeting between MCMC Sarawak director Adiman Ajem and Chief Scout Commissioner of Sarawak [...] The post MCMC partners with Sarawak Scouts in combating cyber- threats appeared first on Borneo Post ..

KUCHING (Sept 19): The Sarawak Malay National Association (PKMS) is on track to complete its RM20 million multipurpose hall project at Jalan Patingan here by March 2026, said its president Dr Wan Ali Tuanku Madhi. According to an Information Department report, Dr Wan Ali said construction works were progressing smoothly and, once completed, the facility [...] The post Sarawak Malay National Association multipurpose hall set for completion by next year appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

SANDAKAN (Sept 19): The Malaysian Civil Defence Force (APM) is on high alert for possible strong winds along the Sabah east coast. Sandakan APM officer Captain (PA) Sulaiman Salama said their monitoring will focus on coastal areas and seaside villages in the event of strong winds. "We are ready for any eventuality (that may arise) [...] The post Sabah east coast on alert for strong winds, Civil Defence Force steps up patrols appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (Sept 19): The police have dismissed a social media post, which claims that a child sustains serious injuries from a crocodile attack in Sematan on Thursday, as fake news. According to Lundu District police chief Supt Sudirman Kram, no police reports have been received regarding such an incident. "We confirm that there were no [...] The post Viral news about child losing leg in croc attack in Sematan fake, cops confirm appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

SANDAKAN (Sept 19): Rural homestay operators in Sandakan are hoping that the water supply will be stabilised and fully restored within the next two to three days, to avoid cancelling bookings. Andrianawati Mustapha, 42, who operates a homestay in Taman Rimba, expressed her relief as the water supply resumed this morning, enabling her staff to [...] The post Sandakan homestay operators hope for stable water supply appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (Sept 19): Women must always 'ngesep' -- a Sarawak Malay term meaning to be properly dressed or groomed -- no matter where they are, said Datuk Rubiah Wang. The Deputy Minister of Rural and Regional Development stressed that appearance and personality are important elements of women's leadership, particularly in rural communities. "It does not [...] The post Rubiah: Women must always ngesep wherever they are, vital for leadership roles appeared first on ..

KUCHING (Sept 19): Traditional villages in the Serian area have been urged to initiate the Native Customary Rights (NCR) land survey process to secure and safeguard rightful ownership, as well as for future generations. Tebedu assemblyman Dr Simon Sinang Bada said the Sarawak government is committed to carrying out land surveys for both traditional village [...] The post Serian traditional villages asked to initiate NCR land surveys to secure rightful ownership appeared first on Borneo Post ..

KUCHING (Sept 19): A 48-year-old man who abused methamphetamine here over 11 years ago was today sentenced to six months behind bars. Magistrate Nursyaheeqa Nazwa Radzali handed down the sentence on Noor Azlan Junaidi after he pleaded guilty to a charge under Section 15(1)(a) of the Dangerous Drugs Act (DDA) 1952, which is punishable under [...] The post Man jailed 6 months for meth use in Kuching over 11 years ago appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (Sept 19): The Magistrates' Court here today fined an unemployed man RM1,000 in default 10 days' imprisonment for cutting his brother-in-law's newly-repaired water supply pipe. Magistrate Nursyaheeqa Nazwa Radzali convicted Nazri Alli, 52, on his own guilty plea to a charge under Section 427 of the Penal Code for committing mischief with intent to [...] The post RM1,000 fine for jobless man who cut brother-in-laws water supply line in Petra Jaya appeared first on ..

PLARIDEL (Sept 19): The dike meant to protect the Philippine town cost taxpayers nearly US$2 million, but when a minister visited this month he found little more than dirt hastily dumped along the river's banks. Residents of Plaridel, north of the capital Manila, could have told him what happened -- contractors had only just begun [...] The post Philippines 'ghost' flood projects leave residents stranded appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (Sept 19): The Magistrates' Court here today fined a habitual offender RM2,500 in default five months' imprisonment for threatening to attack his neighbour with an axe. Magistrate Nursyaheeqa Nazwa Radzali imposed the sentence on Chai Hong Soon, 37, following his guilty plea to a charge under Section 506 of the Penal Code for criminal [...] The post Threatening neighbour with axe sees habitual Siburan offender fined RM2,500 appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KOTA KINABALU (Sept 19): The inquest into the death of 13-year-old Zara Qairina Mahathir was disrupted today after a student witness's statement was leaked. Lawyer Datuk Ram Singh said the witness's personal details, including her name, address and identification number, had been circulated via WhatsApp messages. "I spoke to the witness and I don't think [...] The post WhatsApp leak exposes student witness, disrupts Zara Qairina inquest appeared first on Borneo Post ..

KUALA LUMPUR (Sept 19): Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail has urged the public to check their MyKads and ensure the chip is functioning well. According to him, the targeted subsidy for RON95 petrol can only be enjoyed when the MyKad is used for identity verification during refuelling. "If the chip is damaged or [...] The post Saifuddin: Ensure MyKad chip works to get targeted petrol subsidy appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (Sept 19): West Kalimantan's decision to withdraw from the upcoming Borneo Games 2025 here may be linked not only to financial planning but also to changes in provincial leadership, said Khairul Nizam Morshidi. The Sarawak Sports Corporation (SSC) acting chief executive officer said the circumstances surrounding the Indonesian province's absence were understood by the [...] The post Provincial leadership changes may have also caused West Kalimantans Borneo Games withdrawal, ..

MIRI (Sept 19): The police are appealing to the public to help locate 77-year- old Chong Nyuk Fah @ Tian Foh, who has been missing since Sunday (Sept 14) after leaving his home in Senadin. Miri police chief ACP Mohd Farhan Lee Abdullah said Chong's family members filed a missing person's report yesterday. "The senior citizen [...] The post Miri cops seek help to find 77-year-old man missing since Sept 14 appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (Sept 19): More than 150 teams have registered for the Padawan Raft Safari 2025 on Oct 5. The strong response to the event reflects its popularity and role in promoting Padawan's eco-tourism and community spirit, Borneo Raft Safari (BRS) said in a press release. "The Borneo Raft Safari 2025 has gained strong momentum following [...] The post Over 150 teams register for Padawan Raft Safari appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (Sept 19): The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has issued a compound of RM100,000.00 each on Sin Chew Media Corporation Berhad and Sinar Karangkraf Sdn Bhd after receiving clearance from the Attorney General's Chambers (AGC). MCMC said in a statement that action was taken against Sin Chew Media Corporation Berhad following an investigation [...] The post RM100,000 compound each: MCMC penalises Sin Chew for Jalur Gemilang blunder, Sinar Harian for false ..

KUCHING (Sept 19): Police have revealed that the man who is believed to have fallen from the third floor of the Kuching International Airport yesterday afternoon is a foreigner. Kuching police chief ACP Alexson Naga Chabu confirmed this morning that the man is still in critical condition. He said a report on the incident was [...] The post Police: Man believed to have fallen from Kuching airports third floor a foreigner, still in critical condition appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

SIBU (Sept 19): The government has been urged to build a Juvenile Rehabilitation Centre and a Drug Rehabilitation Centre within the Prison Department so that Sibu will have a more complete correctional system. Sibu MP Oscar Ling's Special Assistant Irene Wong said since the government has already approved plans to build a new Sibu Prison, [...] The post Juvenile, drug rehab centres needed to complement new Sibu Prison appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

SIBU (Sept 19): Sarawak Deputy Minister of Education, Innovation and Talent Development Datuk Dr Annuar Rapaee's assertion that the state would continue using English in schools despite criticism of being unpatriotic has received strong support from Bawang Assan assemblyman Dato Sri Wong Soon Koh. Wong said patriotism is about love for one's country, the intensity [...] The post Loyalty, patriotism should not be judged by language, says Bawang Assan rep appeared first on Borneo Post ..

KUCHING (Sept 19): Long-time Hope Place Kuching supporter Kelly Group recently contributed items worth over RM10,000 to the non-profit organisation. Hope Place in a statement said the items comprised 200 packs of adult diapers and 100 boxes of dried noodles. "Led by Kelly Lau, Kelly Group is a long-time supporter of Hope Place and has [...] The post Long-time supporter Kelly Group contributes items worth RM10,000 to Hope Places community aid appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

SIBU (Sept 19): The youth of today must be properly nurtured as they play a vital role in shaping tomorrow's leader, said Sibu Municipal Council (SMC) deputy chairman Mohamad Abdullah Izkandar Roseley. He stressed that young voices, ideas, and actions are crucial in building a more caring, inclusive, and a progressive society. "So be present, [...] The post Youth must be nurtured to shape tomorrows leaders, says SMC deputy chairman appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

KUCHING (Sept 19): Stalled careers, inadequate on-call allowances, toxic workplaces and unclear career pathways are driving Malaysian doctors abroad, said the Malaysian Medical Association (MMA). Its president Datuk Dr Thirunavukarasu Rajoo stressed that "push factors at home are far stronger than the pull abroad," and urged the federal government to address these issues decisively. "While [...] The post Fix push factors at home to stop doctors leaving Malaysia, says medical ..

URUMQI (Sept 19): In the heart of Urumqi, capital of northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, a theater complex brings the ancient Silk Road to life with eight immersive shows that draw audiences into the very stories of the past. Named "The Silk Road Has a Show", the project showcases stories spanning from the lost [...] The post Xinjiang digs into Silk Road legacy for tourism gold appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

I WAS pleased to accept an invitation from Akademi Kenegaraan Malaysia to address young Malaysians about constitutional monarchy and parliamentary democracy and my various roles. It was my second big speech in Parliament, the first being the inaugural Speaker's Series (Parliament and Civil Society: the Voice of the Rakyat) in 2018. I'm glad that the [...] The post Enhancing our constitutional inheritance appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

SHENZHEN (Sept 19): The southern Chinese city of Shenzhen is transforming urban healthcare through the integration of large-scale artificial intelligence (AI), with nearly 450 AI medical products already implemented across the city's healthcare institutions. This technological shift is creating more efficient and personalised medical services for local residents. At Beijing University of Chinese Medicine Shenzhen [...] The post Shenzhen boosts healthcare with widespread AI adoption ..

KOTA KINABALU (Sept 18): A teenager broke down as he recalled the September 15 landslide in Kampung Mook, Papar, which claimed the lives of his mother and younger brother. Xavier Junior Jude, 17, said he was jolted awake at about 8am by the sound of walls collapsing and objects crashing down. "It all happened in [...] The post Papar teen recounts landslide that killed mother and brother appeared first on Borneo Post Online .

SIBU (Sept 18): Dr John Brian Anthony was elected as Parti Bansa Dayak Sarawak's (PBDS) new president during the party's triennial delegates conference (TDC) here today. Dr Bernard Tahim and Leighton Manjah were elected as deputy president and permanent chairman, respectively. The three vice- presidents areDr Bego Sepop, Peter Asut and Puso Bujang. The TDC to [...] The post John Brian is new PBDS president, Bernard Tahim elected deputy appeared first on Borneo Post Online .